VW TR Series User manual

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TR Bale Handler Range
Operators Manual

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Table of Contents
Warning decals........................................................................................................................................3
TR-3 Technical Specification ...................................................................................................................4
TR-4 Technical Specification ...................................................................................................................5
TR-8 Technical Specification ...................................................................................................................6
Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................................................7
Dangerous Areas.................................................................................................................................7
Hydraulic Fluid .................................................................................................................................... 7
Machine Operation.............................................................................................................................7
Safety Shutdown Procedure ...............................................................................................................7
Safety Principles.................................................................................................................................. 8
Hydraulic System.................................................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions ..........................................................................................................................10
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................12
Daily checks.......................................................................................................................................12
GUARANTEE ..........................................................................................................................................13
CLAIMS ..............................................................................................................................................13
Operator acknowledgment................................................................................................................... 14

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Warning decals
1. Read the operators manual carefully
2. Danger from oil splashes
3. Do not stand on or under implement
4. Danger stay a safe distance whilst
machine is operating

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TR-3 Technical Specification
TR-3 Technical specification
Length (closed)
1.296m
Length (opened)
1.784m
Width
1.23m
Height (closed)
1.587m
Height (opened)
2.055m
Weight
220kg
Max bale length
1.3m
Max bale height
1.55m
Max bale weight
1200kgs
Hydraulic connection
Double acting connection
Oil pressure min & max
210bar/180bar

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TR-4 Technical Specification
Technical specification
Length (closed)
1.34m
Length (opened)
1.835m
Width
1.25m
Height (closed)
1.584m
Height (opened)
2.052m
Weight
250kg
Max bale length
1.3m
Max bale height
1.55m
Max bale weight
1200kgs
Hydraulic connection
Double acting connection
Oil pressure min & max
180bar/210bar

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TR-8 Technical Specification
Technical specification
Length (closed)
1.34m
Length (opened)
1.835m
Width
2.4m
Height (closed)
1.584m
Height (opened)
2.052m
Weight
500kg
Max bale length
1.3m
Max bale height
1.55m
Max bale weight (combined)
2400kgs
Hydraulic connection
Double acting connection
Oil pressure min & max
180bar/210bar
Electrical supply
12v - 3 pole plug (24v optional)
NB: JM Agri-Design. reserves the right to modify the construction and/or technical specifications without warning and
without rights to changes on already delivered products.

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Safety Precautions
JM Agri-Design does not take responsibility for damages that may occur to machine, persons or other
equipment, because of the machine NOT being used as described in this manual, or because of the
safety precautions NOT being followed.
IMPORTANT!
Always make sure nobody is in the hazard area of the Bale Handler when the machine is in-use.
The machine must not be operated by persons who do not know enough about how to safely operate
the machine, or by persons under the age of 16 years.
Dangerous Areas
JM Agri-Design has given the safety to the operator the highest priority, but it is still impossible to
secure oneself of every danger area on the machine. Therefore we have highlighted below some of
the dangers that can occur when using the JM Trunk Bale Handler.
Hydraulic Fluid
Never use your hands to search for hydraulic fluid leaks, use a piece of paper or cardboard for this
purpose. Remember that escaping fluids under high pressure can be invisible, but can easily
penetrate the skin and cause serious and sometimes permanent injury.
Machine Operation
Always stop the tractor, lower the attachment to ground level and shut off the engine when leaving the
machine.
Never keep the tractor running whilst installing or servicing the Bale Handler.
Safety Shutdown Procedure
Work of any type on farm machinery is always more dangerous when the tractor is running.
Therefore before cleaning, lubricating, or servicing this unit, the following Safety Shutdown Procedure
should always be followed:
1. Move the Tractors drive control and the hydraulic control valve to their neutral positions and
idle the engine down.
2. Position the Bale Handler so that it is completely resting on the ground.
3. Engage the tractors parking brake.
4. Move the tractors throttle to slow idle, shut the engine off and remove the ignition key.

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It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that all steps of the JM Trunk Bale Handler
operating procedures are followed. Failure to do so may result in the Bale Handler being inadvertently
closed or opened due to incorrect installation/operation.
Safety Principles
In addition to the recommendations given in this manual, legislation on work safety and accident
prevention must be respected.
Advice is indicated on the machine, specifying safety recommendations in order to prevent accidents.
Before travelling on public roads, the operator must ensure that the machine conforms to road traffic
regulations.
Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with all the machine controls, handling devices and
their functions. Once at work, it is too late to do this.
Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving elements.
The tractor should be equipped with a safety cab.
Before starting up the machine and beginning work, check the surrounding area (beware of children!).
Make sure there is sufficient visibility. Keep all people and animals away from
danger zone of the machine.
Carrying people or animals on the machine when working or in transport is strictly forbidden.
Machine must only be attached to tractor using means provided and in accordance with current safety
standards.
Special care should be taken when attaching and removing the machine from the tractor.
Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required guards and indicators
(lights, reflectors….) are in place and in good operation.
All operating controls (cords, cables, rods etc.,) must be positioned so that they cannot be set off
accidentally, risking accident or damage.
Before travelling on public roads, put the machine into its transport position as instructed in this
operators manual.
Never leave the tractor seat while the machine is operating.
Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as to roads and paths. Always avoid abrupt
change in direction.

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Before operating the machine, ensure that all safety guards are firmly in place and in good condition.
If worn or damaged, replace immediately.
Before operating the machine, check the tightness of all nuts and bolts, particularly on fixing
elements.
WARNING: Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by
hydraulic or pneumatic controls
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Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off the
engine, remove the ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a stop.
Keep clear of machine operating area.
Hydraulic System
WARNING: Hydraulic system is under pressure.
When fitting hydraulic valves or cylinders, ensure that connections have been made correctly,
Before connecting hoses to the tractor hydraulics, ensure that the tractor and machine circuits are not
under pressure.
It is strongly recommended that the operator marks the hydraulic connections between the tractor and
machine, to avoid making the wrong connection.
WARNING: Functions could be reversed. (for example: lift/lower).
Check hydraulic hoses regularly! Worn or damaged hoses must be replaced immediately.
Replacement parts must be in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations concerning
specifications and quality.
Should a leak be found, take all necessary precautions to avoid accidents.
Any liquid under pressure (particularly oil from hydraulics) can penetrate the skin and cause severe
injury. If injured, see a doctor immediately, there could be a danger of infection.
Before any adjustments, maintenance or repairs are carried out, lower the machine, depressurize the circuit,
turn off the engine and remove the ignition key.

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Operating Instructions
1. When picking up a bale, it is best to tilt the JM handler forward slightly so the top of the
mainframe (C) touches the top of the bale. By having the bale touching at point A, B & C
ensures a tight grip at seen in figure 1
Figure 1.
2. Before lifting the bale, squeeze the handler fully. When the bale is initially lifted squeeze the
handler again, as more squeeze can be achieved when the bale is off of the ground.
3. If travelling a sizable distance, it is best to tilt the handler back to allow the bale to site into
the handler as seen in figure 2.
Figure 2.
A
B
C

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4. When unloading from a trailer or a stack of bales, open the trunk fully and carefully place the
rollers over the touching bales so that the trunk can be gently rocked back and forth to create
a space for the rollers to fit down into, as seen in figure 3.
Figure 3.
5. When placing a bale in a stack or on a trailer, it is best to tilt the handler back towards the
tractor cab so the trunk does not foul with the bale behind it (as seen in figure 4) as you
release the bale.
Figure 4.
Rock back & forth to create a gap
Tilt the handler back so the trunk does not
foul the back bale as it opens

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Maintenance
Before checking for any machine malfunction and before adjusting, maintaining or repairing
the machine, turn off engine and remove ignition key.
Check tightness of nuts and bolts regularly. Retighten if necessary.
If the machine is raised, prop it up in a stable position before carrying out any maintenance
work.
When replacing a working part, wear protection gloves and use only standardized tools.
It is forbidden to disregard any oil, grease of filters. These must be given to waste disposal
organisations to protect the environment.
Spare parts must be in accordance with specifications and standards as defined by the
manufacturer. Use only genuine JM parts.
Before any electrical welding is carried out on tractor or attached machine, disconnect
generator and battery terminals.
Daily checks
1. Ensure that all hydraulic fittings and connections are free of damage
2. Ensure that trunk rollers are rotating freely
3. Apply grease to all grease points every 24hr or machine operation
4. Ensure that all pins are fastened securely
When not in use
It is highly recommended to store this product under cover. If cover is not available ensure a film of grease is
smeared over the exposed chrome of the hydraulic cylinder and about the seal.

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GUARANTEE
Subject as hereunder provided, the Seller undertake to correct either by repair or at their election by
replacement any defect of material or workmanship which occurs in any of its goods within six
months after delivery of such goods to first user.
The term goods when used in this document means the article or articles described in invoice as sold
by the sellers, but does not include equipment or proprietary parts or accessories not manufactured
by the sellers. The sellers however, undertake to pass on so far as they legally can to the first user
the benefit of any warranty given to the Sellers by the suppliers of such equipment, parts or
accessories.
This understanding shall not apply to:
(a) Any goods which have been sold by the first user.
(b) Any goods which have been injured by unfair wear and tear, neglect or improper use.
(c) Any goods the identification marks or which have been altered or removed.
(d) Any goods which have not received the basic normal maintenance such as tightening of bolts,
nuts, tines, hose connections and fittings and normal lubrication with the recommended lubricant.
(e ) Any goods which have been altered or repaired other than on instructions or with the written
approval of the Sellers have been fixed.
(f) Any second-hand goods or part thereof.
Any allegedly defective part or parts returned to the Sellers must be sent carriage paid. No claim for
repair or replacement will be entertained unless upon discovery of the alleged defect written
notification is sent to the Sellers giving, at the same time, the name of the Buyer from whom the
goods were purchased and the date of purchase together with the full details of the alleged defect
and the circumstances involved, also the serial number of the machine etc.,
The Sellers shall be under no liability to their Buyers and first and subsequent users of their goods or
to any other person or persons for loss or damage howsoever arising in respect of either personal
injuries or for arising out of, or in any way connected with or arising from the manufacturers sale,
handling, repair, maintenance, replacement or use of its goods or the failure or malfunction of any
of its goods.
Representation and/or warranties made by any person (including Buyers and employees and other
representatives of the Sellers) which are inconsistent or conflicting with these conditions are not
binding upon the Sellers unless given in writing and signed by a Director of the Sellers.
CLAIMS
If you wish to make a claim under guarantee.
1. Immediately, stop using the machine.
2. List the details of the machine and damaged item, as shown inside the front cover of the booklet.
3. Consult with your JM dealer (Supplier) and have him/her forward your claim and the damaged
item to JM Agri-Design.

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Operator acknowledgment
1. The operator understands and assumes the risk in using this product. All risks for operating
the product are assumed solely by the user of the product.
2. You confirm that you are physically capable to use the product.
3. You fully acknowledge our warnings and understand the risks.
4. By using this product, you confirm that you have read this operator manual and fully
understand the operation of this product.
Please tick the box to acknowledge the operator agrees with the above.
I confirm I have read this document and understand how to operate and maintain this product in a
safe manner.
Name: _______________________________
Signature: ____________________________
Date: __________________